Description
Embark on a fully guided bus tour of Magnetic Island, beginning and concluding at Nelly Bay ferry terminal. Enjoy a one-hour stop at Horseshoe Bay for lunch. Tours operate daily except Sundays.
Guided Bus Tour Departures
- Depart 9:15 AM
- Return by 2:30 PM
- Nelly Bay Ferry Terminal, Magnetic Island. (Please note: We do not offer pickups from the mainland.)
- Pickups from accommodations on the island available upon request.
Journey through the paradise of Magnetic Island, where stunning landscapes await, leaving you enchanted. Our knowledgeable guide will share captivating stories of the island’s history, geography, and vibrant flora and fauna, offering an immersive educational experience.
Wildlife enthusiasts will delight in spotting some of the island’s 800 koalas, playful wallabies, 180 bird species, and 141 fish species. In winter, witnessing majestic whales in Cleveland Bay is a possibility, subject to nature’s whims.
Enjoy a break at the beloved Horseshoe Bay, savoring local cuisine and refreshing waters. While wildlife sightings aren’t guaranteed, you’ll leave enriched with knowledge and appreciation for Magnetic Island’s natural beauty.
Book your journey of discovery today and unlock the secrets of Magnetic Island awaiting your exploration.
Looking for some more great adventures on a Magnetic island? Why not try a introductory dive if your stay is longer in the area or a certified dive.
Your tour itinerary
(subject to change depending on weather and season)
Experience Magnetic Island’s natural beauty and heritage in this comprehensive tour. Enjoy scenic stops, wildlife encounters, and leisurely moments throughout the day.
1. Island Arrival and Scenic Start:
- Your adventure begins at Nelly Bay terminal, where your friendly guide awaits.
- First stop: Rocky Bay lookout for stunning island views.
2. Cockle Bay and Island History:
- Explore Cockle Bay and Picnic Bay, rich in island geography and history.
- Stroll along the heritage Picnic Bay Jetty and visit the local museum.
3. Arcadia Hill Views:
- Return to Nelly Bay for a short break.
- As the bus ascends Arcadia hill prepare for breathtaking views of Cleveland Bay and the Coral Sea. (and the occassional whale)
4. Geoffrey Bay Exploration:
- Discover Geoffrey Bay’s unique rock formations.
- Learn about reef research and spot Allied Rock Wallabies.
5. Horseshoe Bay and Leisure Time:
- Head to Horseshoe Bay, taking in more scenic vistas.
- Enjoy free time for delicious food and swimming at the bay. (Swimming is at own risk)
6. Optional Butterfly Forest Walk
- (Available June-Sept) Explore the Butterfly Forest with a short bushwalk.
7. Aquasearch Aquarium Visit:
- $3 Cash entry fee
- After lunch, continue through Arcadia to the Aquasearch Aquarium.
- Learn some more about our local marine life, including Dr. Rick Braley’s work with Giant Clams.
8. Return or Stay:
- Conclude your tour with a return to the Ferry.
- Alternatively, choose to stay and explore more of Magnetic Island.
Inclusions
- Transport in an air conditioned minibus
- Light morning tea of fruit and baked goods
- Free bottled water available on the bus
- One awesome Tour Guide!
Not Included
- Lunch
- Entry to Aquasearch Aquarium – $3 per person (Cash only).
Important info before travel
- Hat
- Sunglasses
- A sense of adventure
- $3 cash for entry to Aquasearch Aquarium
These terms and conditions apply to any bookings made with Mamm Tours and Travel Pty Ltd Trading as Cheap Az Travel.
These will apply to any bookings made over the phone/ in person/ on social platforms or online via our website. The attached vouchers/tickets have been booked by Cheap Az Travel for you as the client with various third-party companies (service providers).
Each Service Provider may have their own terms & conditions applying to your travel. (These are set by the Service Provider not Cheap Az Travel).
You are required to reconfirmation of any tour or travel at least 48 hours prior to departure. Failure to do this may result in you not being aware of any changes that may occur due to unforeseen circumstances.
You are required to become familiar with the specific supplier terms & conditions as well as the fare rules for each of your reservations. If you are uncertain of these rules, we advise you to get in contact the service provider for more clarification than what is stated on the travel voucher provided.
You are required to check the dates on your voucher match up with the itinerary requested by you or set by us.
You are responsible for ensuring you have the appropriate Driver’s License and/or Credit Card and are the require age to be able to drive any Campervan / Motorhome or Vehicle rented via Cheap Az Travel. Failure to have the required Driver’s License or Valid Credit Card may result in Total Loss of All monies paid for the Period of Hire.
Besides Each company having their own terms and conditions, Cheap Az Travel has the following terms & conditions:
- Any cancellation of travel date outside of any tour company’s terms & conditions will incur a 20% admin fee from Cheap Az Travel.
- If you decide to change your travel date there may be a price increase due to seasonal tour rates and tour company’s terms & conditions.
- If you purchase open dated tickets through Cheap Az Travel, they are valid for 12 months. If you wish to cancel open dated tickets that are not booked in for tour dates a 20% cancellation fee will incur.
- A 20% cancellation fee will incur for any Greyhound or Premier motor service bus pass purchased through Cheap Az Travel. But once you have travelled on any sector on your pass it is deemed 100% non-refundable, this includes sectors booked in that you have not travelled on but did not cancel with service provider.
- If any tour is cancelled due to weather conditions the service providers terms & conditions will apply.
- Purchasing any travels through Cheap Az Travel via credit card will incur a maximum 2% credit card fee – however we do offer bank transfer at 0% charge.
If you need to change dates on tours, transport and/or accommodation there may be price fluctuations associated with this and you will be required to pay the gap. Some Service Providers will also charge a change fee.
Date changes
Please contact the Service Provider to change the dates. Please also notify Cheap Az Travel as we are always happy to assist where we can but are still bound to the Conditions supplied by the Service Provider.
Deposits/Laybys
Deposits or partial payments known as Laybys paid to Cheap Az Travel for any part of a package, tour, bus pass, campervan or accommodation are non-refundable if you wish to cancel. Please ensure you contact Cheap Az Travel as soon as you are aware you are wanting to cancel, to minimise any cancellation fees incurred from the Service Provider.
Cancellations and refunds
Besides Each company having their own terms and conditions, Cheap Az Travel has the following terms & conditions:
- Any cancellation of travel date outside of any tour company’s terms & conditions will incur a 20% admin fee from Cheap Az Travel.
- If you decide to change your travel date there may be a price increase due to seasonal tour rates and tour company’s terms & conditions.
- If you purchase open dated tickets through Cheap Az Travel, they are valid for 12 months. If you wish to cancel open dated tickets that are not booked in for tour dates a 20% cancellation fee will incur.
- A 20% cancellation fee will incur for any Greyhound or Premier motor service bus pass purchased through Cheap Az Travel. But once you have travelled on any sector on your pass it is 100% non-refundable.
- If any tour is cancelled due to weather conditions your tour company’s terms & conditions will apply.
- Purchasing any travels through Cheap Az Travel via credit card will occur a maximum 2% credit card fee – however we do offer bank transfer at 0% charge.
Examples where a Cancellation Fee will apply where a tour is able to run, but you as the customer cancel: (these include, but are not limited to):
- You are unwell and unable to make your tour or feel too unwell to enjoy the tour.
- Change of mind, therefore you decide not to proceed with travel booked.
- You need to fly home for any reason.
- You are unable to reach a tour departure due to “Act of God” such as but not limited to: buses unable to get through due to flooding, buses breaking down.
- Oversleeping, therefore missing the tour departure or bus.
- You have misread the date, time or location of the start of tour, bus or accommodation.
Where cancellations are viewed as out of your control, we recommend you contact your travel insurance provider.
Cheap Az Travel always recommend you take out the appropriate travel insurance for your needs. In the instance of a tour or travel service being cancelled by the Service Provider, Cheap Az Travel will work with you to either rebook or refund you the amount you are due less any supplier chargers. This refund is subject to Cheap Az Travel being fully refunded the amount from the Service Provider who is cancelling the tour or travel service.
Different cancellation policies are applied by each Service Provider. Cheap Az Travel is bound by these cancellation policies. Please familiarise yourself with these cancellation policies at the time of purchase. Cheap Az Travel will assist in directing you to these if requested by you.
If a tour does depart but you are not able to get to the tour due to weather or other circumstances and fall within the tour company’s cancellation terms, the tour company may not refund you. We recommend getting travel insurance to cover this.
Refunds
Refunds will be placed back onto the same valid Visa or Mastercard that was used to pay for your booking. (The credit limit on our eftpos machine has a small max refund level so this make take a few refund amounts to complete.)
Refunds for amounts paid in cash will be transferred to a bank account provided by you.
Refunds will be transferred back into the existing bank account that you transferred the money from when paying for your booking.
Cheap Az Travel does not hold any Credit Card/Bank Account details so will require you to provide them from you for the refund.
Even if you advise us by phone of your request for a refund, Cheap Az Travel will require you to email us this request to: bookings@cheapaztravel.com
